Bacon Wrapped Apricots with Jalapenos
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Bacon Wrapped Apricots with Jalapenos
Description
This recipe prepares bite-sized snacks by slicing dried apricots partially through, inserting a slice of jalapeno pepper inside each for heat, then wrapping the assembly with a quarter slice of bacon secured by a toothpick. The pieces bake at 400°F on a wire rack, allowing the bacon to caramelize and crisp evenly without sitting in grease.
The combination delivers layers of flavor: the sweet, chewy dried apricot contrasts the smoky, fatty bacon and the sharp, spicy bite of the jalapeno. Flipping the apricots halfway through ensures bacon crisps evenly on both sides. The precise timing guarantees the bacon is golden brown while the apricots remain tender.
These make excellent appetizers or party finger foods, offering a compact combination of textures and tastes that fit easily on a platter.
Ingredients
- 48 dried apricot
- 48 jalapeno pepper slices
- 12 Bacon cut in four equal pieces (organic and pastured preferred, slices
- 48 to Toothpicks
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 F and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top.
- Cut the apricot horizontally, almost but not all the way through, and place one slice of jalapeño inside the apricot.Wrap the apricot in a piece of cut bacon, secure with a toothpick, and place on the wire rack. Repeat for remaining apricots.
- Bake for 10 minutes. Flip the apricots and bake 10 more minutes, or until bacon is golden brown.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 48Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 47 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 54g | |
| Calories | 47kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 4.7g | 2% |
| Protein | 2.4g | 5% |
| Fat | 2.3g | 4% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.7g | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5g | 9% |
| Cholesterol | 5mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 110mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1.1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3.6g | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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